1969 DAF 44 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
